CVE-2023-22934: SPL Command Safeguards Bypass via the ‘pivot’ SPL Command in Splunk Enterprise
In Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.1.13, 8.2.10, and 9.0.4, the ‘pivot’ search processing language (SPL) command lets a search bypass SPL safeguards for risky commands using a saved search job. The vulnerability requires an authenticated user to craft the saved job and a higher privileged user to initiate a request within their browser. The vulnerability affects instances with Splunk Web enabled.
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In Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.1.13, 8.2.10, and 9.0.4, the ‘pivot’ search processing language (SPL) command lets a search bypass SPL safeguards for risky commands using a saved search job. The vulnerability requires an authenticated user to craft the saved job and a higher privileged user to initiate a request within their browser.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-22934?
CVE-2023-22934 is a vulnerability in Splunk Enterprise versions below 8.1.13, 8.2.10, and 9.0.4 that allows a search to bypass SPL safeguards using a saved search job.
How can I check if my Splunk Enterprise version is affected?
You can check if your Splunk Enterprise version is affected by CVE-2023-22934 by comparing it to the affected versions, which are below 8.1.13, 8.2.10, and 9.0.4.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-22934?
CVE-2023-22934 has a severity rating of high.
How can I fix CVE-2023-22934?
To fix CVE-2023-22934, you should upgrade your Splunk Enterprise version to 8.1.13, 8.2.10, or 9.0.4.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-22934?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-22934 on the Splunk advisory page at https://advisory.splunk.com/advisories/SVD-2023-0204 and the Splunk research page at https://research.splunk.com/application/ee69374a-d27e-4136-adac-956a96ff60fd.